Sei Foundation is a trailblazing entity in blockchain technology, being the first to parallelize a layer 1 blockchain. By innovatively re-writing the most widely adopted execution environment in Web3, Sei Foundation is redefining standards in blockchain performance and scalability. Their mission is to deliver the performance of Web2 while ensuring decentralization and sovereignty in the Web3 space, striking the perfect balance for modern applications.
The organization thrives on leveraging the power of emerging technologies to foster high-performance decentralized apps. Sei Foundation remains committed to creating robust ecosystems where performance meets decentralization, ensuring their solutions set benchmarks in the blockchain industry. To learn more about Sei Foundation's groundbreaking work, visit their official website at sei.io.
The Sei Foundation is looking for a strategic Head of Finance (or Director of Finance, depending on experience) to lead its financial operations and strategy. This role is essential to ensuring financial stability, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting Sei’s rapid growth as the fastest layer 1 blockchain. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, analytical leader who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and has experience in both traditional finance and the unique dynamics of web3 organizations.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Financial Planning: Design and implement financial strategies that align with Sei’s mission & growth objectives, supporting both short & long-term priorities and goals.
- Treasury Management: Manage treasury operations, including digital asset management, to maintain liquidity, optimize returns, and safeguard assets.
- Capital Allocation: Develop and oversee capital deployment strategies, evaluating ROI on investments in the Sei ecosystem.
- Budget Management: Oversee the Foundation’s budget, ensure efficient resource allocation, and maintain transparency and accountability across all teams.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and establish strong financial controls to mitigate risks in an evolving regulatory environment.
- Partnership Support: Work with the business development team to structure and assess partnerships, investments, and ecosystem funding opportunities, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic value.
- Leadership Collaboration: Partner with leadership and vertical leads to provide financial insights, enabling data-driven decisions and driving strategic growth initiatives.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or treasury management, with exposure to both traditional finance and blockchain or Web3 organizations preferred.
- Deep understanding of digital asset management, tokenomics, and the financial operations unique to decentralized organizations.
- Proven expertise in managing budgets, optimizing resource allocation, and driving financial planning in high-growth, dynamic environments.
- Experience navigating complex regulatory landscapes and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
- Strong collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to work effectively across diverse teams in a global, remote-first organization.
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